JOHANNESBURG, 29 JUNE 2026: Get ready to enter Kal Asterock, an elite academy where high-stakes sports and powerful magic collide. Disney Channel introduces audiences to the thrilling world of Gorotama with its upcoming animated series, Dragon Striker, premiering today, Monday, 29 June on Disney Channel, DStv channel 303.

Blending European fantasy with Japanese animation influences, the series follows an underdog hero’s journey, brought to life through high-stakes battles, visually s

tunning action and expansive mythology. In a world where sports and magic combine, farm boy Key discovers his ultrapowerful natural talent and learns he could be the legendary Dragon Striker. Set at Kal Asterock, an elite school for students who possess extraordinary abilities, Key joins goalkeeper Ssyelle on a scrappy new team to challenge the school champions. As he struggles with the raging dragon inside him and Ssyelle fights to hold her team together, they learn dark secrets of the past and uncover an ancient evil.

  • Cast: The series stars Akshay Kumar (Key), Rebecca LaChance (Ssyelle), Yeukayi Ushe (Milo), Waylon Jacobs (Odward) and Evanna Lynch (Ameline).
  • Music: Award-winning Kevin Penkin (“Made in Abyss,” “Star Wars: Visions”) is the series composer. The score was recorded in Japan with an 80-piece orchestra. The theme song, “Power of the Dragon,” was written and produced by Cash Callaway and performed by Sarah West. The end credits song, “The Very End,” was written, produced and performed by Kieran Rhodes.
  • Credits: The series is produced by La Chouette Compagnie (“Droners” and the upcoming “Dreamland”) in association with Disney Television Animation. The lead creative team, who have worked on numerous animated adventure series in France, Japan and the U.S., includes industry-renowned talent Sylvain Dos Santos (co-creator/executive producer), Charles Lefebvre (co-creator/director) and Paul McKeown (head writer).

Be sure to tune in on Monday, 29 June 2026 at 16:30 CAT on Disney Channel, DStv channel 303, for all the Gorotama action and adventure!